How to Set Up the FitBark GPS Dog Tracker

What You'll Need

• FitBark GPS tracker
• Dog collar
• FitBark app
• FitBark subscription plan

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Charge the tracker: Use the magnetic charger to fully charge FitBark GPS.
2. Download FitBark app: Install on your smartphone.
3. Create account: Sign up and choose a subscription plan for GPS features.
4. Activate device: In the app, add your FitBark GPS using the serial number.
5. Create pet profile: Add your dog's name, breed, weight, and photo.
6. Attach to collar: Secure FitBark GPS to your dog's collar using the included attachment.
7. Set up Safe Place: Define your home area as a geofence.
8. Configure alerts: Enable notifications when your dog leaves the safe zone.
9. Explore activity features: View daily activity, sleep, and health metrics.
10. Connect to vet (optional): Share activity data with your veterinarian.

Key Features

• GPS + LTE tracking
• Activity and sleep monitoring
• Health index scoring
• Geofencing (Safe Places)
• Vet data sharing
• Waterproof design
• Lightweight (16g)

Troubleshooting

• Location not updating: Ensure tracker has cellular signal. Take dog outside for GPS fix.
• Activity not tracking: Check tracker is securely attached and powered on.
• Battery draining quickly: Reduce location update frequency in settings.
• Geofence alerts late: GPS tracking has some inherent delay. Set buffer zones larger.